Based in Earlsfield, Wandsworth, our osteopaths use a broad range of osteopathic techniques, from gentle and harmonic to firmer manipulation and soft tissue work to suit the needs of the patient. Most of our practitioners are specially trained to use western acupuncture to complement the treatment.
A few of us have also trained with the 'father of function' in the USA and use a 'functional' approach to their treatment. All our osteopaths have undertaken at least four years full training at accredited institutions and are full members of the General Osteopathic Council, the regulating body for all osteopaths.
A few of us have also trained with the 'father of function' in the USA and use a 'functional' approach to their treatment. All our osteopaths have undertaken at least four years full training at accredited institutions and are full members of the General Osteopathic Council, the regulating body for all osteopaths.
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Your health is important. To be pain free and move well is important. Investing in your wellbeing helps longevity, increases your productivity and improves your mental health. Look after your body and it does a great job of looking after you!
We are recognised by medical insurance companies and most (not all) insurance policies will cover osteopathy, but we do ask that you settle your account with the practice at the time of your appointment and then claim from your insurers.Please inform reception when you make the appointment and they will advise you further on this.
We are recognised by medical insurance companies and most (not all) insurance policies will cover osteopathy, but we do ask that you settle your account with the practice at the time of your appointment and then claim from your insurers.Please inform reception when you make the appointment and they will advise you further on this.
If you're a new patient or haven't been in to see us for over two years, please contact us. It's important you talk to reception so they can ensure we have the right details for you and match you with the Osteopath that would be best suited to treat you. If you're unsure please don't hesitate to give us a call.
Back to Back is a family run business. The principal, James Dodd, qualified in 1999 and first rented a room in the local doctors' surgery, The Earlsfield Practice. Here he built up a relationship with the GPs and had his first introduction to the Earlsfield community. With the support of his wife Annie, he opened Back to Back - The Earlsfield Osteopath in 2001, in a former plumbing shop on Garratt Lane.
We will talk to you about the problem you are currently experiencing, when and how it started and any changes in your wellbeing since the onset of the problem. We will also ask you about your general health, any medication you take and about your past medical history. This allows us to build up a full picture, looking not only at the symptoms, but also at your general health and lifestyle to establish why the problem has arisen.
Osteopaths provide care through safe and effective treatments that help promote the health of patients. Treatment is tailored to the patient and their needs and will include manual therapy, health advice, exercises and stretches to do at home. Osteopathy aims to improve function and mobility to reduce pain as well as to enhance performance.
Reviews (15)
Eva Gysemans
Oct 13, 2021
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I had terrible upper back pain to the point of not being able to hold my newborn. I’ve seen a number of osteopaths and chiropractors over the years however the immediate relief I had in my back following the session with Annie was one I’ve never felt before. Worth every penny and would highly recommend!
Jess Sims
May 29, 2021
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I had a great experience at Back to Back today with Annie. My neck and shoulder had been barely manageable a day ago and with a few magic moves from Annie, the problem has already massively improved. Not only that but she was thorough in getting to understand my lifestyle and past history to really get to grips with the reasons why my issues were presenting themselves. Walked me through a series of exercises to do at home - all very doable - whilst also explaining the reasons why I need to them and the impact they will have on my specific issues. I felt wholly comfortable from beginning to end
Jess Sims
May 20, 2021
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After a couple of days of little neck movement and years of ongoing shoulder ache, Annie was a miracle worker. She was super thorough at understanding my lifestyle and the contributing factors to my back pain, helped create so much more fluidity within my movement, clearly and calmly showed me exercises to do at home and was just really lovely. Really impressed with the whole experience at BackToBack and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend
Liz Mccarter
Feb 07, 2021
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James Ramsay
Aug 25, 2020
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I've just completed 2 online sessions, during the lockdown, with Annie at Back to Back having initially been incredibly sceptical that they would be of any use. Well, how wrong I was.
48 hours ago I was a screaming mess with hideous lower back pain pretty much confined to my bed. By the end of our first session I was standing up unaided and had recovered a fair amount of mobility. Roll forward 24 hours (to now) and I have been able to go on a short walk and feel well on the way to recovery.
I cannot thank Annie enough and I highly recommend using the online service...
48 hours ago I was a screaming mess with hideous lower back pain pretty much confined to my bed. By the end of our first session I was standing up unaided and had recovered a fair amount of mobility. Roll forward 24 hours (to now) and I have been able to go on a short walk and feel well on the way to recovery.
I cannot thank Annie enough and I highly recommend using the online service...
Calvin Lyons
Aug 01, 2020
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Great reflexology & Physiotherapy. I presented with a shoulder injury that I’d had for over half my life, recent attempts to interrogate through the NHS were frustrating- months of scans and trying to book physio were to no avail.
After less than 5 minutes at B2B, the issue was identified and after the 2nd session, treated. The functionality of the joint was completely transformed, very happy with Elaine and her experience.
After less than 5 minutes at B2B, the issue was identified and after the 2nd session, treated. The functionality of the joint was completely transformed, very happy with Elaine and her experience.
Ellie Clarke
Jun 21, 2020
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Wonderful experience at Back to Back - only wish I'd started seeing Stephanie sooner! I started seeing her at 32 weeks pregnant, having been experiencing pelvic girdle pain and back pain since 12 weeks. Within 3 weeks I was moving normally again, and now at 5 weeks on the pain has almost completely subsided. Stephanie has also taught me some brilliant active stretches to keep everything mobilised in the long run. Thank you so much for the support, which has totally transformed my experience of pregnancy!
Tia Serone
Jun 20, 2020
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Would definitely recommend! I saw Anja and boy does she know her stuff! The staff are polite, inclusive and are confident in their delivery of care. They validate you and let you know that you'll be alright in their care. Anja communicated well and I felt at ease. I'd visit again and I would reccomend!
Jo Farrell
Jul 25, 2018
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Graham Fitch
Apr 27, 2018
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Ken E.
Jun 24, 2017
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Dw
Nov 13, 2016
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I have been coming here for over 18 months now and can highly recommend the treatment I have received. I have quite a few physical problems to deal with and every time I come here I leave feeling much better, both in body and soul. Both Anja & Annie have addressed the pain I have had and then looked at preventing it coming back, with much success. My health has gradually improved over the last few years and I wouldn't have been able to do it without the wonderful people at Back to back. 10/10.
Spencer Suckling
Oct 04, 2016
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James King
Jul 09, 2016
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A fantastic clinic, both highly professional and friendly with nothing appearing to be too much trouble for them to help with. Pricing is the fairest I have found in London coupled with the high quality service and treatment that you receive. Would recommend to anyone asking and bi-weekly visits have become an integral part of my Marathon Des Sables 2017 training/recovery plan.
Ginny Ramsay
Jan 11, 2015
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